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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | Plovdiv Train Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
Flixtrain + Flixbus | Hbf | Plovdiv Train Station | No tags | |||||
| Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße | Plovdiv Train Station | No tags |
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Get from Cologne to Plovdiv
The journey takes about 1 day, 11 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $170, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Cologne and Plovdiv?
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
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Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Cologne to Plovdiv by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Cologne to Plovdiv?
The cheapest bus tickets from Cologne to Plovdiv start from $170. The average price for this route is around $264. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Cologne to Plovdiv?
The average bus trip duration from Cologne to Plovdiv is 1d 11h, covering a distance of 1037 miles (1672 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 11h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Cologne to Plovdiv route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Cologne to Plovdiv?
The earliest bus departs from Cologne to Plovdiv at 6:25pm. And the latest bus departs at 11:35pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Cologne to Plovdiv?
A bus trip from Cologne to Plovdiv generates an estimated 42 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Cologne to Plovdiv was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $210To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Plovdiv, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $210 to $215 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Plovdiv based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $210 which is on 2025-12-24.
